Praise for Jurgen Klopp ahead of his impending Anfield exit | ITV Sport

Summary

This football discussion centers around Jurgen Klopp's announcement that he will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season. The commentators reflect on Klopp's immense impact during his 9 years at the club, guiding Liverpool back to being one of the top teams and creating an incredible squad. There is sadness but respect for Klopp's decision. The players and fans want to give Klopp a great send-off by continuing to fight on all fronts and win trophies this season. Robertson makes an emotional return from injury, saying the reception from fans will stay with him, and the players will keep striving to win for Klopp.

Takeaways

• 😢 Jurgen Klopp announced he will leave Liverpool at end of season, news came as a shock
• 👏 Klopp has ingrained himself in Liverpool culture and brought huge success
• 😄 Klopp's honesty and transparency about decision to leave has been admirable
• 👨‍🏫 Klopp leaves Liverpool in a much better state with talented young squad for next manager
• ⚽ Liverpool players motivated to win trophies this season to give Klopp perfect send-off
• ❤️ Liverpool fans want to give Klopp a proper goodbye for everything he has done for club
• 🤝 Emotional reunion between Klopp and old friend David Wagner before match
• 🚑 Andy Robertson returns from injury, says Klopp's reception will stay with him
• 🎾 Robertson says team will keep fighting on all fronts this season for Klopp
• 👍 Virgil van Dijk says team wants to finish in style for Jurgen Klopp

Q & A

Why does Robbie feel the atmosphere is different at Anfield today?

Because of the recent news that Jurgen Klopp will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season. There is sadness and shock among fans and players.

What successes has Jurgen Klopp achieved with Liverpool?

He has won the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup with Liverpool over his 9 year tenure. He has returned Liverpool to being one of the top teams in Europe.

How could Klopp's departure affect Liverpool next season?

The players will have to get used to a new manager and changes in training, tactics, etc. So there could be an adjustment period. But the squad Klopp has built is very strong.

How do the Liverpool players feel about Klopp's decision to leave?

They were shocked initially but respect his decision. He has asked them to keep fighting on all fronts this season and give him a proper send off.

What reception did Andy Robertson get from the Anfield crowd?

A great reception after returning from 4 months out injured. It gave him motivation during his rehab and he said it will stay with him for a long time.

What competitions can Liverpool still win this season?

They can still potentially win the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup to claim an unprecedented quadruple.

What has Klopp asked the Liverpool fans regarding support for him?

He has asked them not to sing songs for him or make it about him. But Andy Robertson feels the fans will still want to say a proper goodbye.

How did Klopp tell the Liverpool squad he was leaving?

He shocked them by suddenly telling them. Nobody knew how to react initially. But they respect his long thought out decision.

What did Klopp say is the reason he is leaving Liverpool?

He mentioned being exhausted and tired. After 9 very successful but intense years, he feels it is time to take a break.

Who could replace Klopp as the next Liverpool manager?

Liverpool will take their time to choose someone they really want, rather than a quick appointment. There has been no information yet on who the top targets are.